As for those Provocateurs...
They know your triggers
strain your strings
working
hurting
till it stings
instigate
so you react
how they prefer.
Now counteract!
Be steadfast
breathing
loving
peace
inviolable
masterpiece.
As for those Provocateurs... © Copyright 2021, Robert J. Tiess.
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28 words (prompt limit). Brevity quote (people pushing others until they react) challenge prompt - link:
https://allpoetry.com/contest/2742390-28-words-or-less---being-tested--noguest
Submitted: February 9, 2020